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Irish instrumental prog metallers Shardborne – who play the PlanetMosh-backed Perverting The Innocent festival later this year – are to release their full-length debut, ‘Living Bridges’, via Out On A Limb Records on July 10 .

The band said of the album – the follow up to their 2011 ‘Aeonian Sequence’ EP: “[It’s] progressive metal drawing influence from many genres such as

With over 12 million YouTube views for their take on AC/DC’s ThunderstruckSteve’N’Seagulls bring their unique style to the UK for a run of shows to celebrate the release of their debut album Farm Machine on Spinefarm Records.

Barnyard Boogiemen STEVE’N’SEAGULLS, go from Viral Sensation to signed act with over 12 million Youtube views for

Steve’N’Seagulls bring their unique styleWith over 12 million YouTube views for their take on AC/DC’s ThunderstruckSteve’N’Seagulls bring their unique style to the UK for a run of shows to celebrate the release of their debut album Farm Machine on Spinefarm Records. Barnyard Boogiemen STEVE’N’SEAGULLS, go from Viral Sensation to signed act with over 12 million Youtube views for Thunderstruck Steve’N’Seagulls bring their unique style to the UK for a run of shows including two performances at the Great Escape Festival in Brighton on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th to celebrate the release of their debut album Farm Machine What became a genuine international phenomenon actually started out on a farm in central Finland; in a barn, to be precise… There, in said barn, a bunch of like-minded countrymen—with the emphasis on “country”—played a customized version of AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck,” wearing the daftest outfits they could find. They filmed the event, posted the results on YouTube, and within a couple of weeks, the clip had accumulated over five million views. It’s now topped out at 12 million. Pretty impressive, right? For Steve ‘N’ Seagulls, this was a bolt from the blue, but then, as history shows us, the greatest stories ever told tend to start in a […]

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King Parrot Stream New Album ‘Dead Set’ The Aussie thrash metal/grindcore/punk mad men, KING PARROT, have teamed up with Metal Hammer UK to launch an advance stream of the band’s forthcoming album, Dead Set. The album is set to be released on May 15th in Europe (Agonia Records), May 19th in North America (Housecore Records) and May 15th in Australia(Rocket/EVP). Dead Set is available for listening inKing Parrot Stream New Album ‘Dead Set’ The Aussie thrash metal/grindcore/punk mad men, KING PARROT, have teamed up with Metal Hammer UK to launch an advance stream of the band’s forthcoming album, Dead Set. The album is set to be released on May 15th in Europe (Agonia Records), May 19th in North America (Housecore Records) and May 15th in Australia(Rocket/EVP). Dead Set is available for listening in full HERE The follow-up to 2013’s Bite Your Head Off effort, Dead Set was produced by Phil Anselmo (Pantera, Down) in Nodferatu’s Lair Studio (Down, Eyehategod, Superjoint Ritual). Anselmo also stars in the video for Like A Rat, the first track released from the new album, and firmly gives them the seal of approval, saying: “King Parrot are a fine body of fellows, and it is our absolute pleasure to be working with these assaulting-yet-charming devils. Their best years are ahead of them!” Of the new album, vocalist, Matt Young, comments: “King Parrot are proud to release our new album ‘Dead Set’ via Agonia records this May. It’s been a long process but we happy to say that we are ready to move ahead and get this sucker out. We wanted to work together with the best people in the business to make this a great record and when Phil (Anselmo) said he wanted to be involved it […]

The Dead Daisies – the superstar collective featuring past and current members of the likes of Guns N Roses, Black Sabbath, Thin Lizzy and Mötley Crüe – are to release their second album, ‘Revolución’, via INgrooves on June 1.

The band have also confirmed that they will be returning to Europe this summer, as special guests on Kiss’ 40thThe Dead Daisies – the superstar collective featuring past and current members of the likes of Guns N Roses, Black Sabbath, Thin Lizzy and Mötley Crüe – are to release their second album, ‘Revolución’, via INgrooves on June 1. The band have also confirmed that they will be returning to Europe this summer, as special guests on Kiss’ 40th anniversary tour. For both the album and the tour, the Daisies have been joined by former Mötley Crüe /Ratt singer John Corabi, while the tour will also feature current Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne drummer Tommy Clufetos. The new album features Corabi, bassist Marco Mendoza (ex-Thin Lizzy/Whitesnake), keyboard player Dizzy Reed (Guns N’ Roses), guitarist David Lowy (MINK, Red Phoenix), lead guitarist Richard Fortus (Guns N’ Roses/The Psychedelic Furs) and drummer Jackie Barnes (Tin Lids/Jimmy Barnes). Mendoza said: “Well, another chapter with ‘The Dead Daisies’ coming up!!! After finishing what is sounding great in the studio by mid-April, and releasing it in early June, we are all excited by the prospect of sharing the same stage again with the mighty KISS, this time in Europe. We also can’t wait to share our show and new music with our European fans. Europe – get ready for some […]

Renascent Northern Ireland hard rockers Trucker Diablo have signed to Off Yer Rocka Recordings, who will give a wider release to the band’s latest album, ‘Rise Above The Noise‘ – originally recorded and issued via a PledgeMusic campaign – later this year. The album will be preceded by an EP.

A statement on the Off Yer Rocka FacebookRenascent Northern Ireland hard rockers Trucker Diablo have signed to Off Yer Rocka Recordings, who will give a wider release to the band’s latest album, ‘Rise Above The Noise‘ – originally recorded and issued via a PledgeMusic campaign – later this year. The album will be preceded by an EP. A statement on the Off Yer Rocka Facebook page stated: “They’re back and what an album we have in store for you! When the masters hit our desk, we knew instantly that it was exactly the sound that OYR were looking to sign!” OYR CEO Jonni Davis added: “We’ve known Trucker for a long time this is a huge musical thrust north, it’s just a great FKN album and sits perfectly into what we’re all about.. can’t wait to get this one out there.” Trucker Diablo’s Tom Harte stated: “When we decided to set up a Pledge campaign for our new album, signing with a label was far from the agenda. When OYR got in touch, it was like an old friend getting in contact. We have been friends with the guys for quite a few years now and have been lucky enough to be a part of the amazing […]

From their first days in 1987 until their break in 1999, HEAVENS GATE were among the top representatives of German Heavy Metal. They had a large fan base, especially in Japan, and their albums such as ‘In Control’, ‘Livin’ In Hysteria’ or ‘Hell For Sale!’, are respected asHeavens Gate To Release ‘Best For Sale!’ Compilation Heavens Gate – Best For Sale! (Album Art) From their first days in 1987 until their break in 1999, HEAVENS GATE were among the top representatives of German Heavy Metal. They had a large fan base, especially in Japan, and their albums such as ‘In Control’, ‘Livin’ In Hysteria’ or ‘Hell For Sale!’, are respected as some of the best German Metal albums, and are often listed in one line with classic albums of bands such as HELLOWEEN or BLIND GUARDIAN. Back in the day band played regular tours with acts such as W.A.S.P., DREAM THEATER, as well as own headlining ones. HEAVENS GATE featured in its ranks legendary producer Sascha Paeth (EDGUY, EPICA, KAMELOT), and vocalist Thomas Rettke (AVANTASIA, AINA). “Best For Sale!” will be released via Limb Music on June 19, 2015, and will be available as CD (with 17 tracks) and digital download (with 20 tracks). More information: http://www.limb-music.com Heavens Gate

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Tonight’s sold out show saw fans queueing well before doors opened, and by the time the doors opened the queue stretched a long way. Thankfully the security team did a good job getting people in quickly and by the time the first band, Tribulation came on stage the place was already busy. I saw Swedish band, Tribulation live for the first time just a week ago […]

By bringing together twisted angular rock, with an edgy immersing groove, DARK STARES have produced an intoxicating sound that takes from a vast range of areas, spanning from Queens of the Stoneage, Muse, and Royal Blood, through to Led Zeppelin and The Beatles. The much-praised alt-rock combo release their breath-taking debut album, Darker Days Are Here To […]

To say the least, Attrition is a major step forward for Hull based NWOBHM band Salem! Released on Dissonance Productions on February 23rd, this could be their Pyromania such is the quality of songwriting on display here. Kicking off with the title track ‘Attrition’, its hard hitting riffs from guitarists Paul Macnamara and Mark Allison as the unmistakable gr […]

Anvil Almost two years ago Canadian metallers Anvil played the Tivoli in Buckley for the first time supporting ex Accept vocalist Udo Dirkschneider and to say they gave the headliners a hard act to follow is an understatement and now they return as headliners to a packed out venue on a bitterly cold Friday evening. Part of a forty six date European tour, fif […]

HARDCORE SUPERSTAR NEW SINGLE: “BRING THE HOUSE DOWN” RELEASE DATE: 23RD FEBRUARY 2018 After wrapping up 2017 with their huge radio hit “Have Mercy On Me” and completing a highly successful co-headline tour playing to many sold out crowds throughout the UK and Europe with FOZZY, the original Wild Boys of Gothenburg are set to release their second single an […]

BulletBoys New Album From Out Of The Skies out 23rd March 2018 via Frontiers The new album by BulletBoys, ‘From Out Of The Skies’, is set for release on 23rd March via Frontiers, preceded by a ten date UK tour (see full itinerary below). The first single from the record, ‘D-Evil’, is already available and features guest vocals from Jesse Hughes of Eagles […]

LAST GREAT DREAMERS Announce New Album 13th Floor Renegades The past is a foreign country, or so they say. No doubt Last Great Dreamers would agree with that. Barely 18 months has passed since their last album – their first all new full-length since their 2014 rebirth – and now the UK power-pop rockers step up with a freshness and fire that would put many […]

Syteria Girls Syteria are the stroppy off spring of British Heavy Metal Rock Band Girlschool. With Girlschool’s talented Lead Guitarist Jackie Chambers leading the pack. Jackie has been Lead Guitarist with Girlschool since 1999. But when you are taking Syteria into account that is where the similarities stop. For those of you that were lucky enough to see th […]

German thrash legends Kreator are reissuing four of their albums that were originally released in the 90s. The albums being reissued are 1990’s “Coma Of Souls”, 1992’s “Renewal”, 1995’s “Cause For Conflict” and 1997’s “Outcast”. Each of the albums has been remastered by Andy Pearce (Black Sabbath, Voivod, Motorhead, Anthrax) and will be available in the usua […]

Guitarist and producer Michael Landau has over the years had a very impressive career. As a solo musician he’s released a number of albums as well as more with various bands, but as a session musician he’s worked with a string of artists. The list of artists he’s worked with is impressive – Pink Floyd, Joni Mitchell, Seal, Richard Marx, James Taylor, Michael […]